A-2 flight jacket actually used by the U.S. Army Air Forces during World War II, one of the most coveted pieces by vintage lovers. Size 42.
The A-2 is a typical summer season flight jacket model adopted by the Army Air Forces (later USAAF) in 1931. This means it is manufactured for summer season temperatures in the sky. It is designed for temperatures of approximately 20 to 10 degrees Celsius. The simple design pursuing practicality and the aging of the leather that gets better as it is worn are still highly popular among collectors and fashion lovers all over the world.
This item was made in the 1940s and has typical A-2 specifications. It was manufactured by Rough Wear Clothing Co., a prestigious military apparel manufacturer in Middletown, Pennsylvania. The contract number "CONTRACT NO. 42-1401P" on the tag is a valuable stamp that indicates the military contract during WWII.
The leather has a strong sense of use, and has formed a unique uneven color and texture, giving it a strong vintage presence. There are some tears on the ribs and some wear on the lining behind the collar, but these are not uncommon on 1940s A-2s and can be considered as "medals" that tell the history of the war. The look of the original A-2 is the value of the real vintage.
The zipper is made by Crown, the standard zipper of the time. The zipper is made by Crown, a standard zipper company in those days, and it is movable without any problem for daily wear. The lining is the same cotton/poplin lining as in those days, which is both comfortable and breathable.
Features
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Model name: A-2 Flight Jacket (U.S. Army Air Corps Actual)
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Period: 1940s (World War II era)
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Contractor: Rough Wear Clothing Co., Middletown, PA
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Contract number: CONTRACT NO. 42-1401P
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Zipper: Crown
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Lining: Cotton/Poplin
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Condition: Vintage-like feel / Ribs and back of collar are damaged
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Size: 42 (equivalent to a typical 40-42 in actual size)
Condition (Actual Vintage Rating)
This jacket has the softness of leather and the deep coloration of the leather due to age, which is the most attractive point.
There are some signs of use and rib tears, but this is an important testament to the authenticity of the real A-2.
You can feel the story and presence that only the real thing has, which replicas revived in the modern age cannot produce.
Please note that we do not accept returns on these items due to their vintage condition. Please understand that we do not accept returns.
Size (flat)
Shoulder width 45cm, Body width 54cm, Length 63cm, Sleeve length 62cm
Consignment item (M)